The purpose of MCWP 3-17.4, Engineer Reconnaissance, is to provide specific techniques and procedures for Marine Corps reconnaissance forces and engineers in particular, to conduct successful engineer related data collection, recording, and reporting procedures. This publication will also alert MAGTF and element staffs to the types of information gathered during engineer reconnaissance. 2. SCOPE Reconnaissance is an essential, continuous function conducted by the commander to collect information about the enemy and the battlespace. The mobility of the Marine Air Ground Task Force (MAGTF), relative to that of the enemy, is intregal to maneuver warfare. Engineer reconnaissance of the battlespace provides important information to the planners and decision makers of the MAGTF and its elements.
DesignationMCWP 3-17-4-CDRAFT
EditionJan 2001
StatusSuperseded
Pages136
FunctionRecon Intel
CollectionRecent Archive
Public domain (U.S. Government work)